a hitch knot used to tension ropes, often for the purpose of securing loads for transport.

A secure hitch knot used to attach a line or rope to a spar or cable.

a hitch knot used to securely attach a line or rope to a spar in a difficult to reach place, such as an axle.

A multiple turn hitch knot used to attach a line or rope to a spar where diagonal strain, or towing, is required. More commonly used with a half hitch added for security.

Alternative spelling of half hitch

present participle of hitch-hike

plural of hitch-hiker

simple past tense and past participle of hitch-hike

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of hitch-hike

A type of bend knot used to provide lengthwise grip of one rope to another. There are 2 types. Type 1 is also known as the magnus hitch and type 2 leads to the midshipman's hitch